Sociology (SOC)
SOC F101X Introduction to Sociology (s)
3 Credits
Offered Fall, Spring and Summer
An introduction to the complex social arrangements guiding individual behavior and common human concerns in contrasting cultural contexts.
Prerequisites: Placement in WRTG F111X.
Attributes: UAF GER Social Sciences Req
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
SOC F201X Social Problems and Solutions (s)
3 Credits
Offered Fall
A study of major contemporary social problems, analysis of factors causing these problems, and discussion of potential solutions. Special emphasis is given to social problems and solutions in Alaska and the circumpolar North.
Attributes: UAF GER Social Sciences Req
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
SOC F280 Contemporary Topics in Sociology (s)
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
An in-depth seminar on new and emerging social issues. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
Prerequisites: Placement into WRTG F111X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
SOC F480 Qualitative Social Science Research (s)
3 Credits
Offered Spring
Introduction to classical and contemporary research within the qualitative (or interpretive) paradigm of social science. Discusses the theoretical frameworks, historical traditions, epistemological and ethical issues of qualitative approaches. Uses hands-on experience in the practicalities and excitement of a variety of methods for gathering qualitative data and conducting qualitative analysis.
Prerequisites: WRTG F111X; WRTG F211X, WRTG F212X, WRTG F213X or WRTG F214X; one lower-division social science research methods course.
Cross-listed with PSY F480.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0